Support Worker

Residential Support Worker – Oswestry  (Full UK Manual Driving Licence Required)

Outstanding Work-Life Balance | 2 Days On / 4 Days Off | Full-Time & Part-Time Roles Available | £500 Welcome Bonus | £1,000 Refer a Friend

Extraordinary Days Every Day

At Branas Isaf Children’s Services, part of the CareTech Group, we believe in creating Extraordinary Days Every Day for the children and young people we support. We are now recruiting Residential Support Workers in Oswestry. Whether you’re experienced or completely new to care, if you have the right values, we’d love to hear from you. 

What You'll do

As a Residential Support Worker, you will:
Provide emotional and practical support to children and young people with complex needs (including emotional and behavioural difficulties)
Be part of a therapeutic care team alongside education and clinical professionals
Encourage young people to grow, develop independence, and thrive in a safe and structured environment
Help create Extraordinary Days Every Day through positive, meaningful experiences

Requirements

• Full UK manual driving licence (essential)
• Willingness to work unsociable hours (evenings, weekends, and overnight sleep-ins)
• Ability to commit to a 2 days on (with sleep-ins) / 4 days off rolling rota
• No prior experience required – full training and mentoring provided

What We’re Looking For

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Whether you’ve worked in care, education support work, residential childcare or youth services, customer service facing roles or another people focused role, we value transferable skills such as:

Empathy and patience
Strong communication and teamwork
A proactive, positive attitude

Our Values

Compassionate and caring approach
Empowering young people to reach their potential
Person-centred care tailored to individual needs
Innovative methods in therapeutic practice

Why Join Us?

• Rural location – Oswestry 
• 2 on / 4 off shift pattern – enjoy an excellent work-life balance
• Part of a supportive, award-winning UK care provider
• Make a genuine impact in the lives of vulnerable children and young people
• No previous care experience necessary – full training provided
• Competitive salary, with enhanced rates for qualified staff
• £500 Welcome Bonus
• £1,000 Refer a Friend scheme
• Fully funded QCF Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Paid induction and specialist therapeutic training
• Free meals provided during shifts (residential homes)
• Paid enhanced DBS check 
• Free on-site parking
• Company vehicle available during shifts
• Access to over 100 free online CPD courses
• Pension scheme
• Annual employee awards and recognition events
• Access to CareTech Foundation grants for family and friends

About Branas Isaf and CareTech

Part of the CareTech Group, one of the UK’s leading social care providers, Branas Isaf has delivered therapeutic residential childcare, education, and support for over 25 years. We specialise in supporting children with emotional and behavioural challenges, offering a nurturing environment that promotes healing and growth.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re enthusiastic, compassionate, and ready to start a meaningful career in residential childcare and therapeutic support, apply today and join a team that delivers Extraordinary Days Every Day for the young people we care for.

Safeguarding Statement

CareTech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS/PVG check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.